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Explore the latest news, stories, and updates from Gaston Community Foundation, including grant announcements, donor and nonprofit spotlights, scholarship highlights, and community impact across Gaston County.
March 16, 2026
Impact + Influence is a one-day workshop designed for nonprofits to sharpen advocacy, strengthen storytelling, build collaboration, and prepare for upcoming Community Grants Cycle opportunities in Gaston County.
March 13, 2026
Next Gen gathered for a family-friendly service night with Habitat for Humanity—painting and creating gifts for new homeowners while building fellowship, making new friends, and helping neighbors in need.
March 11, 2026
TCGC spent a meaningful evening with Least of These Carolinas—touring the new facility, packing Bags of Hope, and learning how LOTC supports children affected by foster and kinship care through resources like supplies, scholarships, and summer camp.
March 10, 2026
Impact + Influence is a one-day workshop designed for nonprofits to sharpen advocacy, strengthen storytelling, build collaboration, and prepare for upcoming Community Grants Cycle opportunities in Gaston County.
March 9, 2026
President Richard Rankin shares why year-end results outperformed expectations—driven by late-year giving, strong grantmaking, and asset growth—and outlines next steps as the Foundation begins a new year of planning, investment review, and fund development.
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